Our first tour was to Tianamen Square. Jade told us that October is a wonderful time of year in Beijing because of the beautiful gardens at the square.
We went into the Forbidden City. This is an incredible series of buildings and walls that circle- with the inner one being sacred to the Chinese people. No one is allowed to go into the inner one- hence Forbidden City.
Our lunch was at the Jade Factory. This is a popular shopping and eating place to many adoptive families. I've heard of the Jade Factory, but pictures just do not do the justice for the unique sculptures and art there. We enjoyed our first authentic Chinese meal in Beijing today.
Lastly, we toured the magnificent Great Wall of China. We are posting a few pictures from the wall, but I must take this time to brag on my hubby. We, together, made it to the 2nd tower. I pushed on until I got dizzy, but Craig made it to the final tower that's open- on that side of the wall!!!! Our guide said he's the first adoptive dad that she's met who actually completed that side! Wooohoooo Craig- where there's an adventure- he's going to try it!
He made it! One incredible day of adventures and experiences of China. It's amazing to see the beauty that God has created here. As we walked and looked at these mountains and the different people we were so amazed how big our God is... That all of this He created! What a mighty God we serve!
Good night from Beijing! We will leave at 7:00 am to catch our flight to Gansu province, to finally after 22 months, meet our baby Luke!!
Looks like you all had an amazing day! Good for Craig, though I am not surprised. Hope you guys get some good rest tonight...I know that you cannot wait until tomorrow! I am so excited to wake up and hopefully see pictures of what you REALLY went for! Blessings to you all and know that you are constantly in our prayers!
ReplyDeleteYeah Craig!!!! Sweet dreams you two. Praying that you have a wonderful day tomorrow meeting Luke. Treasure all those memories girl. Praying that Luke will start to sense the peace that God has this perfectly planned out!!!!! Praying that God will give you both a calmness that only He can give.
ReplyDeleteWay to go Craig!!!! I'm SO glad ya'll were able to tour so many places in one day!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see your sweet boy Luke in your arms!! Praying for ya'll and Luke!!
Enjoy every single moment you are there!!!
Blessings,Lori